Hyundai Staria-Load vs Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo

The Hyundai Staria-Load starts from $47,740 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo opens at $66,350. That makes the Hyundai Staria-Load the more affordable entry point by $18,610.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $52,514 and $72,985 respectively.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Hyundai Staria-Load, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Hyundai Staria-Load features a 8-inch touchscreen paired with a 4.2-inch digital dash, while the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo gets a 12-inch display and 5.3-inch instruments.

The Hyundai Staria-Load stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging that you will not find on the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Hyundai Staria-Load uses a Diesel I4 Turbo CRDi producing 130kW and 430Nm of torque, sent through a 8-speed automatic w/ sequential manual to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 12.4 seconds.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo responds with a Permanent magnet synchronous motor (single, rear-mounted) making 210kW and 550Nm, paired to its gearbox driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 130kW. In the real-world sprint, the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo is 4.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Hyundai Staria-Load measures 5,253mm long on a 3,273mm wheelbase, 541mm longer than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo at 4,712mm (2,989mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai Staria-Load generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 4935L in the Hyundai Staria-Load and 3900L in the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo, giving the Hyundai Staria-Load a 1035L advantage. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo seats 3 vs 2.

For towing, the Hyundai Staria-Load leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 1,300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 160,000km (Hyundai Staria-Load) vs 5 years (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —6yr (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo).